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The Fire Was Crackling and the Quilt Was Big Enough for Two. Chispa Agreed.

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A log fire crackles in the stone hearth, and Abuela Rosa has wrapped herself in a big patchwork quilt of blues, creams, and greens, her flowered apron peeking out underneath. Glasses on, hair tied back, she's smiling with the deep contentment of someone who is exactly where she wants to be. Perched on her lap, inside the folds of the quilt, Chispa sits upright and alert, wrinkled body glowing in the firelight, ears tall, gaze turned toward the dancing flames. A mug and a small potted plant rest on the mantel, and a soft rug covers the floor in front of the fire.

For a hairless cat, a spot like this is close to paradise. Sphynx cats seek warmth constantly, and they're often found near heaters, sunny windows, and cozy laps. It's important, though, to make sure their love of heat doesn't get them too close to danger. Fireplaces should have a sturdy screen, and space heaters should be stable and placed where a cat can't knock them over or press against them, since bare skin can burn more easily. Heated pet beds designed for cats, used as directed, and soft fleece blankets are safer ways to help a Sphynx stay warm on chilly days.

The fire will burn down eventually, but neither of them seems ready to move. Some winter evenings are made for staying wrapped up together for as long as possible.

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